House of the Vettii (mar 20, 36 – jun 28, 18663)
Description:
2nd century BCE, rebuilt 62-79 CE
Stone and fresco
Pompeii, Italy
Pompeii was thriving up to its destruction from Mount Vesuvius
House of the Vettii gives us insights to domestic life. Preserves what Roman life was like at this time.
Functions not only as a residence but also as shows the rituals of daily and social life.
The domus played a key part in the reinforcement of social hierarchy as the patron (patronus) would receive his clients (clientes) in the atrium of his domus each business day. Clients sought support and favors from patron; patron provided security and protection.
Vitruvius outlines key elements and features of Roman architecture in his treatise written in 1st century.
Interior space important
Enter from street through a narrow doorway
Reception hall flanked by wings and bedrooms
Tablinum links public part of house to private
Open courtyard with kitchen, dining room and small garden
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Acient mediteranian
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